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LJ08 OYG

2008 BMW M3

Silver Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

73,338 mi
Last recorded73,338 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 BMW M356,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 OYG
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 73,338 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 71,678 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Mar 2020 70,912 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 69,757 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2019 69,757 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 67,407 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 65,347 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 63,840 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 60,072 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 56,003 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 48,543 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

nearside tyre has cut on sidewall not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 10 Apr 2012 37,942 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 31,438 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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LJ08 OYG is a 2008 BMW M3 in Silver with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2008 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 56,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ08 OYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this BMW M3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ08 OYG registered?

LJ08 OYG is a 2008 BMW M3, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is LJ08 OYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 OYG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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